Elior UK
Assistant Cook
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Elior at Work – Food People Actually Look Forward To
Workplace food shouldn’t be forgettable. It should be the best part of the day.
At Elior at Work, we make fresh, modern food that people choose — not settle for. Bold flavours, great choice, and proper care in every service. We bring energy into workplace dining. And we give our teams space to be proud of what they serve every day.
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday | 37.5 Hours Per Week
Salary: £27,275.73 Per Year | £13.99 Per Hour
Job ID: 7648
What you’ll be serving up…
As an Assistant Cook, you’ll support the kitchen team in preparing and cooking food to meet high standards of quality, hygiene, and presentation. You’ll assist with daily kitchen tasks to help ensure smooth and efficient meal service.
- Assist in the preparation and cooking of food according to menus and recipes
- Follow food safety and hygiene standards at all times
- Help maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen and equipment
- Support stock rotation and inventory management
- Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure timely and efficient service
- Assist with portion control and presentation of dishes
- Follow instructions and contribute to a positive team environment
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The ingredients you'll bring...
- Some experience or interest in food preparation and cooking
- Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene practices
- Ability to work well as part of a team
- Good communication and time management skills
- Willingness to learn and take direction
- Physical stamina to work in a busy kitchen environment
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
What's on the menu for you…
At Elior, we believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to thrive. That's why we offer a benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, finances and life outside of work.
Here’s a taste of what you can expect when you join us:
- Free meals on shift
- Flexible and part-time working opportunities
- 28 days holiday, increasing to 31 days after two years' service
- Enhanced family, personal and compassionate leave policies
- Paid volunteering days
- Training, development and career progression opportunities
- Pension scheme, life assurance and financial wellbeing support
- Salary Advance, giving you access to a portion of your pay before payday
- A supportive, inclusive culture where everyone can thrive
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Plus access to Elior Spark, our enhanced wellbeing platform, offering support for you and your immediate family, including:
- 24/7 virtual GP appointments
- Mental health support, counselling and therapy sessions
- Physiotherapy services and second medical opinions
- Online gym and workout programmes
- Legal and financial advice
- Nutrition, fitness and lifestyle guidance
- Meditation and mindfulness resources
- Dedicated wellbeing helplines and expert support whenever you need it
Fancy being part of the recipe?
At Elior, over 10,000 colleagues come together every day with one purpose: to enrich lives everywhere, every day.
We're proud that 87% of our colleagues are proud to work here — and we think that's because people are given the support, trust and opportunities they need to thrive.
Don't tick every box? Don't rule yourself out. We're looking for people with potential, passion and the right attitude, not just a checklist of experience.
We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know.
Ready to join us? Hit ‘Apply Now’ and let’s chat!
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